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Following Tuesday's practice at the East-West Shrine Game, a veteran scout from the Giants met with FSU LB Matthew Thomas.

Thomas (6'4/227) was a standout performer during the Tuesday practice session, with 247Sports' Brendan Sonnone passing along that the Florida State linebacker was "frequently in the backfield," including one sequence where he recorded back-to-back tackles for loss in 11-on-11 drills. While he possesses the athleticism and speed that will pique interest from the NFL, Walter Football's Charlie Campbell notes that questions about his instincts and awareness will likely prevent him from a Day 2 selection this spring. Jan 16 - 2:46 PM

FSU redshirt snior LB Matthew Thomas accepted an invite to play in the East-West Shrine Game.

Thomas (6'4/227) skipped the Independence Bowl, but will play in the Shrine Game to help try and improve his draft stock. He finished last year with ten tackles for loss and an interception. He's currently seen as a Day 3 selection by most analysts. Thu, Dec 28, 2017 01:56:00 PM

FSU redshirt senior LB Matthew Thomas will not play in the Independence Bowl against Southern Miss.

Thomas (6'4/227) is beginning his early preparations for the 2018 NFL Draft, where he has the potential to land as a Day 3 selection. The former five-star recruit struggled with injury during his time in Tallahassee, but put his best foot forward this season, recording 85 tackles (10.0 for loss) and an interception across 11 games played. Thomas is the fourth FSU player who has decided to sit out the Independence Bowl, joining S Derwin James, DE Josh Sweat and WR Ermon Lane. Thu, Dec 21, 2017 05:06:00 PM